River Evolution Partners
Trust us to take your legacy forward
We are a team of experienced commercial operators and investors. We buy, operate and grow stable, profitable UK small to medium companies.
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Who We Are

We are a team of experienced commercial operators and investors looking to acquire stable profitable SMEs in the UK with the objective of developing long-term growth and sustainable competitive advantage. Our focus is on nurturing the values and core strengths of the business, while developing its potential through:

  • Business expansion
  • Financial efficiency
  • Digital transformation

Unlike private equity or corporate buyers, we will not incorporate the business to a portfolio, but will lead its daily operations and create long-term growth, honouring all stakeholders including customers, shareholders, suppliers and employees.

What We Are Looking For – Investment Criteria

INDUSTRIES​​

We are generally sector agnostic, but prefer to avoid highly cyclical sectors such as construction or recruitment. Also, we do not generally invest in consultancy businesses.

BUSINESS CHARACTERISTICS

  • Strong repeat or recurring revenues
  • Stable margins and/or pricing power
  • Sustainable competitive advantage
  • Low-medium capex requirement
  • Ability to grow the Business
  • £500,000 – £3,000,000 EBITDA
  • Solid profitability (Gross and EBITDA margins) and cash generative

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